Women in the Blues’ brings top talent to Chan’s in Woonsocket

Here’s an idea: Take some of best female blues players in New England, throw in a ringer or two from out of town, then stand back and watch the musical magic happen.Actually, that’s more or less concept...

Here’s an idea: Take some of best female blues players in New England, throw in a ringer or two from out of town, then stand back and watch the musical magic happen.

Actually, that’s more or less concept behind “Northeast/Northwest Women in the Blues,” a show that may have some feminists gritting their teeth (after all, when was the last time anyone thought of mounting a “Men in the Blues” concert?) but which certainly boasts some top-notch talent.

That includes Boston-based harp player Diane Blue, who’s jammed with the likes of Duke Robillard and Luther “Guitar Junior” Johnson, blues guitar prodigy Lydia Warren and keyboardist (and Berklee College of Music professor) Alizon Lissance. Also on the bill: Boston blues and R&B veteran Myanna on saxophone, Diane Gately on drums and Oregon-based Lisa Mann on electric bass.

The show is at 8 tonight (Thursday) at Chan’s, 268 Main St., Woonsocket. Tickets are $15. For more information, call (401) 765-1900 or visit chanseggrollsandjazz.com.